At last, Charlotte stood beneath the comforting tree, her usual sanctuary, but Dave wasn't there.
Disappointment marked her expression as she wondered about Dave's whereabouts. In the past, after his painful breakup, he would often roam around, seeking solace in the company of other women. Could he be doing the same now? Well, it wouldn't be surprising if he was currently in one of their companies, he was a man after all.
Thinking about it, how was Ronald coping without her? Though they haven't had sex, a man's instincts could not be trusted. 'No, Ronald is not a man like that.' She scolded herself and shook off the dirty thought.
She considered checking up on Dave, but the thought of encountering him in his usual irritating state gave her pause. She had given up hope that he would change his womanizing ways and consider her feelings. If it weren't for Ronald, she might have wasted her life waiting for a man like Dave.
